About TP
We don’t make yarns, we make yarns better
TP is a specialist in producing high-performance and customized yarn solutions for demanding applications. We combine deep material knowledge with flexible in-house production and testing to help our customers improve product performance, reliability and efficiency.
Mission
Vision
To be the most reliable and innovative specialist in customized yarn solutions, delivering reliability, innovation and performance through precision and expertise
What defines TP
Independent material expertise
- Not tied to one material type
- Objective advice based on application requirements, not preference
- Expertise across HMPE, Aramid, LCP, Polyester, Nylon and hybrid solutions
Customization as standard
- No one-size-fits-all solutions
- Yarn constructions tailored to strength, elongation, abrasion and process needs
- Close co-engineering with customers’ R&D and production teams
German-made quality
- Production and processing in Germany
- In-house testing and quality control
- Consistent batch-to-batch performance
Reliable, flexible partner
- Stable supply chain with short lead times
- Ability to scale from test runs to industrial volumes
- Long-term partnerships built on trust and transparency
Certifications & memberships
Quality and reliability backed by certification
Quality is embedded in every step of our process. TP operates according to internationally recognized quality standards and supports customers with full traceability, documentation and testing data. Our certifications confirm what our customers experience every day: consistent quality, reliable delivery and controlled production processes suitable for safety-critical and high-performance applications.
Timeline
A journey shaped by expertise, entrepreneurship and continuous growth
From a garage start-up to one of Europe’s leading producers of technical and high-performance yarns.
2002
Foundation
Founded by Theo Pattipeiluhu and Peter de Bakker in a garage, TP started as a small-scale trading and development company focused on industrial yarns, driven by hands-on entrepreneurship and technical curiosity.
2007
First office
The first dedicated office was established, marking the transition from informal operations to a professional organization with structured customer relations, supplier management and market positioning.
2011 – 2015
From trading to processing
With the construction of a warehouse and the first in-house logistics operations in 2011 and the installation of the first production and processing machines in 2015, TP shifted from pure trading to value-added activities. This enabled greater control over quality, customization, testing and delivery reliability.
2016 – 2017
In-house testing & TITAN HMPE
In-house testing capabilities were introduced, embedding quality assurance into daily operations and supporting consistent performance, traceability, and technical credibility.
Shortly after, TP launched its proprietary TITAN HMPE product line with high-performance yarns developed for demanding industrial applications where strength, durability and weight reduction are critical.
2018 – 2019
International growth & doubled capacity
TP expanded into the North American market with the establishment of a U.S. legal entity to better serve international customers and align with global industrial standards.
Followed by significant investments in production and processing to double the capacity the year after. This allowed TP to meet growing demand while maintaining quality and reducing lead times.
2023 – 2024
Takeover Technotex & introduction of TPI Germany
With the acquisition and integration of Technotex Ankum in 2023, TP integrated additional expertise, processes, and customer base, to further strengthen TP’s position in technical textiles.
In 2024 the production activities in Germany were consolidated under TPI Germany. This integrated and centralized the manufacturing activities of TP and Technotex in Germany, to improve efficiency, production control, and cross border collaboration.
2025 –
Expansion
TP continues to expand its international footprint and integrated production capabilities, focusing on new industrial segments, long-term supply agreements and sustainable growth. Always with quality, expertise and reliability at the core.
Today
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TP operates as a global engineered-yarn specialist with:
- independent material selection
- custom yarn engineering
- in-house production in Germany
- in-house mechanical & process testing
- commercial hubs in the Netherlands and USA
What started as a two-person start-up is now a leading European producer serving customers worldwide.
Future Outlook
TP continues to expand its capabilities and global reach, driven by the same purpose set in 2001:
to engineer reliable, high-performance yarns that help customers innovate with confidence.
Let’s engineer the right yarn for your application
Speak with TP’s specialists to explore how custom-engineered yarns can elevate your product’s performance.